Originally published at: https://killerchesstraining.com/2024/06/02/congratulations-to-yahli-sokolovsky-our-latest-gm/
Dear members,
First things first, a reminder that today is the Playing Position with GM Renier Castellanos on Lichess at 17:00 UK time.
Please watch this video beforehand and make sure you Join the team on lichess.
We start at 17:00 and once we start, you cannot join! So, make sure to tune in early!
We have more videos explain a few things about the academy in the My Academy section, so make sure to watch them if you are a new member!
If you are wondering if Killer Chess Training is the right place for you, you can also find some free material in the My Academy section and contact us to give you a link for a class to see how it is from the inside!
A PDF containing key points and games shown in GM Julen Arizmendi’s last camp on 4 Key Improvement Chess Strategies! has been posted to the camp’s pageand is available to those who attended the camp. The file will also be available on Chess Tempo for the camp participants towards the end of the week.
Speaking of Chess Tempo, we want to remind you to send us an email and tell us your username after you add the KCT Academy as a coach! Without this, we cannot accept your request! We still have many requests on Chess Tempo from usernames we don’t know. If this is you, please let us know!
Great Results for KCT members
It’s been a busy but productive time for KCT members…
- Sam finished in joint-first with an impressive 6½/9, remaining undefeated at the ultra-strong 2024 Sharjah Masters.
- Prin scored 7/9 at The Quang Ninh GM Tournament in Ha Long, Vietnam – his first GM norm!
- Yahli is now GM elect after capturing his third and final nom and passing 2500 on the ratings list.
- Kirk finished 7½/10 at the American Continental Championship
Summer camps
We have planned some great things during the summertime, two of which include a camp with GM Sam Shankland and a camp with GM Jacob Aagaard. Stay tuned for more details here. As always, new yearly members and yearly renewals get a camp for free!
See you in class!
Your friends from Killer Chess Training